Trademark Associate Attorney (Clearance and Prosecution)

A law firm in San Francisco is seeking a highly qualified Trademark Associate Attorney (Clearance and Prosecution) to join their team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing U.S. and international trademark portfolios, focusing on clearance, prosecution, and investigations for a diverse range of name-brand clients.

Job Details:

• Work on cutting-edge trademark issues for prestigious name-brand clients.
• Manage U.S. and international trademark portfolios, specializing in clearance, prosecution, and investigations.
• Conduct thorough trademark clearance searches and provide strategic advice to clients regarding potential conflicts.
• Draft and file trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and international trademark offices.
• Handle all aspects of trademark prosecution, including responding to office actions and communicating with clients and foreign associates.
• Conduct investigations related to potential trademark infringements and provide legal opinions.
• Collaborate with clients to develop and implement effective trademark enforcement strategies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar in which the candidate is practicing.
• 4+ years of direct trademark experience with a focus on clearance, prosecution, and enforcement.
• Strong academic credentials with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in the legal field.
• Excellent legal writing and critical thinking skills.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. and international trademark law.
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive trademark searches and analyzing search results.
• Experience in drafting and prosecuting trademark applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.

This Amlaw firm specializes in intellectual property and is committed to providing its associates with both a positive work environment and sophisticated work. Flexible scheduling and pro-bono work are aspects highly valued by the firm. This firm has also obtained its second perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index as Best Place to Work for LGBT equality.